What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
noonday
Example
The heat was unbearable during the noonday sun. [noonday: noun]
Example
We usually take our lunch break during the noonday hour. [noonday: adjective]
midday
Example
Let's meet for lunch at midday. [midday: noun]
Example
The temperature peaks at midday, so it's best to stay indoors. [midday: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Midday is more commonly used than noonday in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between noonday and midday?
Both noonday and midday can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but noonday may have a slightly more formal or literary connotation.
